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March 3, 2026

Medicare Drug Price Negotiation: Third Round of Drugs Announced

CMS announced the third cycle of Medicare drug price negotiation, selecting 15 drugs including the first Part B medications. Here is what it means for you.

Medicare Drug Price Negotiation: Which Drugs Are Affected

Learn how Medicare's new drug price negotiation program works, which medications have negotiated prices, and how these changes affect your prescription costs.

The Out-of-Pocket Cap on Medicare Part D

Understand how the annual out-of-pocket cap on Medicare Part D works ($2,100 in 2026), who benefits most, and the Prescription Payment Plan option.

The Medicare Coverage Gap: How the Part D Donut Hole Works

Learn what the Medicare donut hole was, how the Inflation Reduction Act eliminated the Part D coverage gap, and how the new out-of-pocket cap works in 2026.

Medicare Part D Plan Structure: Coverage Phases and How Plans Work

Understand how Part D prescription drug plans are organized, including coverage phases, formularies, and pharmacy networks.

Medicare Prescription Payment Plan: How Monthly Installments Work

Learn how the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan lets you spread Part D drug costs into monthly payments instead of paying all at once.

Medicare Part B Immunization Coverage: Which Vaccines Are Included?

Learn which vaccines Medicare Part B pays for, what Part D covers, and how to keep your immunization costs as low as possible.

Does Medicare Cover Ozempic and Weight-Loss Drugs?

Find out which GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, and Zepbound Medicare covers, what conditions qualify, and what you may pay in 2026.

Why Medicare Part B Premiums Crossed $200 in 2026

Medicare Part B premiums hit $203.90/month in 2026, the first time over $200. Learn what's driving the increase and how to manage costs.

2026 Medicare Changes: What's New This Year

A comprehensive overview of all Medicare changes taking effect in 2026, including premium updates, new benefits, drug pricing reforms, and what you need to do.

This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute a recommendation of any specific Medicare plan. Benefits, costs, and availability vary by plan and location. For complete information about your Medicare options, visit Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), TTY: 1-877-486-2048, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.